prevention of mould and other damage in archives and libraries

Preventive measures protect valuable objects from harm and minimise damage.

There’s no such thing as foolproof protection against damage and loss. However, the right preventive measures mitigate risk: they reduce the likelihood that damage will occur, and they limit loss should disaster strike.

1. Analysis

Successful prevention begins with an analysis of the status quo. Our experts evaluate existing safety measures and risk factors as well as internal processes such as organisational safety. Only by taking a holistic view and understanding how various elements are interconnected can we gauge the actual risk and offer an assessment. Our findings and recommendations on risk reduction are then documented in an expert report.

2. Emergency response plan

Clear guidelines and a well-stocked emergency kit are the prerequisites to having the right strategy and necessary tools at hand, no matter what the situation. Developing and introducing an emergency strategy takes time and costs money. Nevertheless – when compared with the consequences of water, fire or mould damage – the investment is well worth the additional expense.

3. Emergency equipment

Clear guidelines and a well-stocked emergency kit are the prerequisites to having the right strategy and necessary tools at hand, no matter what the situation. Developing and introducing an emergency strategy takes time and costs money. Nevertheless – when compared with the consequences of water, fire or mould damage – the investment is well worth the additional expense.

4. Emergency response skills

With the right know-how, you and your team will react correctly in emergency situations. We recommend our courses in emergency response skills.